In News:

Context:

• Veer Savarkar International Airport in Port Blair has been declared as an authorized Immigration Check post for entry into/exit from India with valid travel documents for all classes of passengers.
• This decision of the Union Government will open up the Port Blair Airport for direct international flight and immigration facilities.
• For this purpose, the Superintendent of Police (CID), Andaman and Nicobar Police has been appointed as the ‘Civil Authority’ for the purpose of the immigration check post.
• The Administration has taken up various measures to facilitate better and seamless connectivity. 
• Efforts are being made for the early operation of international flights from the Airport, and also extending facilities of e-visa and visa on arrival.

Prelims Question

• Veer Savarkar International Airport is present in which of the followind state/UT?
  a. Maharashtra
  b. Uttar Pradesh
  c. Andaman and Nicobar Islands
  d. Chandigarh
  Answer: C

Mains Question:

• Analyse the steps taken by the govt to boost connectivity and tourism in Andaman and Nicobar Islands?